671. Antique Bronze Plaque Duke Dutchess Devonshire Demeter Godess Edward William Wyon

Stunning Example of a Neoclassical Bronze Roundel Plaque of Irish interest, superbly cast in high relief, complete with its original cream marble frame surround. Depicting the seated goddess Demeter, goddess of the Harvest & Agriculture, holding a flame torch and surrounded by farm workers. Last half of the Nineteenth Century

Bronze oval plaque at rear reads:

BY ROYAL COMMISSION TO CELEBRATE DUKE & DUTCHESS OF DEVONSHIRE 25th ANNIVERSARY. E. W. WYON.

Condition: Good condition with nice patination to well-cast figures, no losses anywhere, marble surround is perfect, wonderful gift.

Height: (entire as image one) 8.25″ (21cm). Width: 8.25” (21cm). Thickness: .5″ (2.5cm).

Eur.575.00.

Location: Dublin City, Ireland.

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Born in London, E. W. Wyon was the son of Thomas Wyon senior (1767-1830), medallist and seal engraver. He studied at the Royal Academy and over the next 39 years exhibited over 90 works at their summer exhibition. His sculptures were also displayed at the International Exhibitions of 1851 and 1862 (London) and 1865 (Dublin).

He produced numerous portrait busts of contemporary and historical figures, many of which were reproduced in parian porcelain, by pottery manufacturers, including Wedgwood, Minton, Spode and Worcester, who also commissioned him to produce original figures for production. Wyon also produced architectural reliefs and figures, and designs for medals. Although many of his works were produced in marble, he also worked in bronze.